Listed: Today

Off the grid and into rural living at its best

54 McRaes Road, Waikari, Hurunui, Canterbury

Enquiries over $899,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
176m² Floor
8.49ha Land

Other Features

2 Garage parking

Attribute	Value
Property type	Dwelling
Parking	2 Garage Spaces
Property ID#	JPF929
Agency reference	15980

Down a hushed country road , this 176m² country lifestyle dwelling sits lightly on 8.49 hectares of productive land and offers up a truly scenic lifestyle opportunity. It’s a home for buyers craving independence, tranquillity, and a daily connection to the land, without losing the convenience of town just minutes away.

Inside, the home is light-filled and welcoming. The open-plan kitchen is well-appointed and anchors the living zone, overlooking a sweep of lawn and greenery that shifts with the seasons. From the dining table, the outlook is pastoral and calming, while the lounge is warmed by a wood burner that is sure to turn winter evenings into beloved rituals. Every main living area draws its atmosphere from the landscape beyond the windows, creating a constant sense of ease and openness.

Three bedrooms are well-proportioned and thoughtfully arranged, supported by two bathrooms that keep daily routines running smoothly. Whether accommodating family, guests, or a work-from-home rhythm, the layout balances togetherness with quiet retreat.

Outside, a timber deck sets the scene for long lunches and evening barbecues, while scattered outdoor seating across the grounds invites you to pause and take in the views. Lucerne dots the landscape, providing a modest income, with scope to diversify into stock or alternative crops. All fencing is stock-proof and water is well accounted for with dual 5,000-litre tanks, plus a daily allocation of 1 unit (900 litres) from the local scheme. A converted 40ft shipping container adds practical garden and storage quarters, while a Bluewater septic tank system ensures clean rural living.

Completely off-grid, the home is powered by solar with generous battery storage and an automatic backup generator that kicks in when the batteries dip below 50%. Although seeming a world away, the Waikari township with its café, pub, medical centre, and amenities, is just a three-minute drive away.

Contact Steve Collier to experience this lifestyle first-hand.

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